Adrian's Journal

  Have you ever wanted to be in two places at once? Whether you want to have a conversation with yourself, act out a comedy skit, or simply add a professional creative flair to your vlogs, the "clone effect" is one of the most effective tools in a content creator's toolkit.  As a professional videographer who transitioned to full-time content creation, I love showing people that you don't need a massive production budget to create "movie magic." All you need is your smartphone and the CapCut app. The Secret Sauce: The Masking Tool The key to this effect is a technique called "masking." By stacking two videos on top of each other and "cutting" a hole through the top layer, you can reveal the layer underneath, making it look like two versions of you are in the same room. Step 1: The Setup (Don't Skip This!) Before you even open an editing app, you need the right footage:  * Use a Tripod: This is the most important rule. The camera must ...

I’m flying to China soon, and my itinerary involves an international arrival followed by a domestic connecting flight. I've been doing my research, and let me tell you, the power bank rules are a little stricter than the usual international standards. If you're planning a similar trip, you need to pay close attention to one specific certification mark to avoid having your gear confiscated! Here’s everything I learned and the products I’m considering buying (using my affiliate links!) to ensure a stress-free experience. Rule 1: Carry-On is the ONLY Way First and foremost, like most global airlines, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) requires all power banks to be carried in your  carry-on baggage  or on your person. They are strictly banned from checked luggage due to the fire risk from lithium-ion batteries. Rule 2: Capacity Limits (The Usual Stuff) The capacity rules are pretty standard internationally: Under 100 Wh (~20,000 to 27,000 mAh):  Perfectly fine...

Just uploaded a new vlog on YouTube about using Tribecar in 2026.  Today, I had to move a bunch of furniture and stuff from my place all the way to NTU. Instead of stressing with taxis or borrowing a friend's car, I just booked a Honda Vezel Hybrid through the Tribecar app. The car was parked right downstairs. I unlocked it with my phone in seconds, loaded everything up (boot space is plenty), and off I went for my 3-hour drive. No monthly fees, just a $100 deposit to join, and you pay only when you use it. The car is clean and well-maintained too – it felt like driving my own car without all the COE, road tax, and parking headaches! Check out the full vlog. It's a casual, documenting style. If you're new to Tribecar, use my referral code below when you sign up – we both get $15 in credits when you top up $50 to your e-wallet (first time only)! There might even be extra perks or promos right now, so check the app/site. Win-win lah! 💸 Sign up here and get free rental credit...

 26 Goals for 2026...  Last year I crushed it! Here's my exact 26 goals for 2026 to take video content creation to the next level! These are achievable, pro-level goals for mobile creators like you and me. Let's dive in! Goal 1: Post 5x a week, no excuses! Goal 2: Master one new CapCut AI feature every month. Goal 3: Daily AI video experiments with new prompts. Goal 4: Hit 250K followers by December. Goal 5: Launch my advanced CapCut + AI course. Goal 6: Collaborate with 10 creators. Goal 7: Upgrade to the latest mobile video accessory. Goal 8: Perfect lighting in every single shoot. Goal 9: Write AI prompts like a pro. Goal 10: Film more epic Singapore street vlogs. Goal 11: Fully monetize TikTok Shop. Goal 12: Study 12 AI Video Generation Techniques. Goal 13: Grow email list to 5K subscribers. Goal 14: Cut my editing time in half. Goal 15: Try vertical 4K live streams weekly. Goal 16: Drop deep-dive YouTube videos. Goal 17: Attend 3 creator events in person. Goal 18: Test ne...

Here are 7 prompts that took my Facebook account from dead to viral...  1. **Facebook Growth Blueprint**   “I want you to act as my Facebook growth strategist. Based on my niche [insert niche], identify my ideal audience, voice, and content style. Then create a 30-day strategy that includes posting frequency, content mix (thoughts, stories, debates, humor), and engagement tactics to attract thousands of followers organically.” 2. **Viral Facebook Writer Mode**   “Act as my viral Facebook writer. Based on my topic [insert topic], write 10 short, scroll-stopping Facebook posts that make people stop, feel, and reply. Each post should have: (1) a powerful hook, (2) emotional storytelling or insight, and (3) a relatable ending that invites conversation.” 3. **Audience Magnet Analyzer**   “Analyze top-performing Facebook creators in [insert niche]. Break down what makes their posts viral: tone, length, pacing, hook structure, and timing. Then replicate that ...

The Challenge: I wanted to post a TikTok Shop affiliate video for Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunscreen. The problem? My network isn’t here for skincare advice. You are here for tech trends and video workflow optimization. The Solution: I decided to bridge the gap by blending AI Video with Authentic Review. Instead of a standard "influencer" intro, I used Google Veo 3.1 to generate a cinematic, high-end commercial hook. Here is the breakdown of the creative strategy: 1. The Hook (AI): I used Google Veo 3.1 to create a "Big Budget" ad visual. This grabs the attention of my tech-savvy audience and stops the scroll. 2. The Bridge: I transitioned immediately into a raw, studio-shot video of me packing for my upcoming New Zealand trip. 3. The Pitch (Human): I validated the AI's recommendation with a real-world texture test. The Result: A piece of content that engages my niche (tech) and effectively sells the product (trust). We are entering an era where the best marketing...

​I created this cinematic NZ drone shot to show the potential of my upcoming DJI Neo 2 review.  The entire scene (including me and the campervan) was generated by one simple AI Video Generator prompt.  First, I uploaded my selfie photo to VEO 3.1 and engineered this exact prompt... "A real drone-style cinematic shot. Begin with a close, steady view of the person from the uploaded photo standing beside a white campervan parked on a gravel pull-off at New Zealand’s Mt. Cook region. The scenery features snow-capped mountains, turquoise glacial lakes, and dramatic valleys. The drone hovers at eye level, locked onto the person, capturing natural sunlight, crisp shadows, and ultra-clean realism. Then the drone ascends smoothly upward, rising higher and higher while maintaining focus on the person and campervan. As it climbs, the landscape widens: winding mountain roads, alpine terrain, and the vast openness of Mt. Cook National Park come into view. Keep the camera motion stable, slo...